Head of Research Data Management & Open Science Infrastructure

Master in Integrated Building Systems ETH Zürich; Basel; Vor Ort; CHF 140.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Public transport subscriptions

Car sharing

Childcare options

Attractive pension benefits

Zusammenfassung

ETH Zurich in Basel seeks a head for the new departmental Research Data Management Facility. You will shape strategy, lead a small dedicated team, and ensure RDM systems are FAIR-compliant, secure, and sustainable.

The role bridges research, IT and governance, with responsibilities spanning requirements, budgeting, and stakeholder management. You will represent the unit within ETH and international RDM networks, and contribute to open science infrastructures.

Qualifikationen

• PhD in natural sciences, engineering, computer science, or comparable fields.
• Several years of experience in research data management.
• Deep knowledge of FAIR principles, open science standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g. data security).
• Experience in designing and managing complex software projects.
• Strategic thinking and ability to translate visions into concrete projects.
• Management experience or strong leadership potential.
• Excellent communication skills and enjoyment of interdisciplinary collaboration.
• High degree of independence, decisiveness, and sense of responsibility.
• Very good English skills; German skills are an advantage.

Aufgaben

• Establish and strategically lead the RDM unit, shaping its future.
• Define and prioritize the departmental RDM strategy aligned with ETH-wide and international developments.
• Collaborate with research groups to translate needs into viable system solutions.
• Design, plan, and manage software projects from requirements to budgeting.
• Ensure FAIR-compliant, secure, efficient RDM systems operated sustainably.
• Participate in design, prototyping, and development of RDM infrastructures, preferably open source.
• Collaborate with the departmental IT Facility for rollout and reliable operation.
• Build and develop a small team, promoting its growth and skills.

Kenntnisse

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Communication

Independence

Open science

Data security

English proficiency

Ausbildung

PhD in natural sciences, engineering, computer science, or comparable fields

Jobbeschreibung

ETH Zurich in Basel seeks a head for the new departmental Research Data Management Facility. You will shape strategy, lead a small dedicated team, and ensure RDM systems are FAIR-compliant, secure, and sustainable.

The role bridges research, IT and governance, with responsibilities spanning requirements, budgeting, and stakeholder management. You will represent the unit within ETH and international RDM networks, and contribute to open science infrastructures.